Prime Minister Narendra Modi has characterized the demonetization of Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes as a 'massive cleaning drive'. He expressed pride at the support the demonetization has received despite the inconvenience it has caused. PM Modi's remarks were part of a speech he delivered to the Indian community in Kobe, Japan . "This is a massive swachhata abhiyaan (cleaning drive)," he declared. "The money that has been looted has to be recovered. And, the rules have to be the same for everyone," he added.